Teen Justice

Teen Justice
Do you know what Teen Court is? If you’re thinking that it is similar to Prom court, you are way off! Teen Court is an actual legal Court system, designed just for teenagers. It gives youth a say in the “…solution to teen crime, by participating in the jury. Teen Court helps teens understand the legal system by providing them the opportunity of participating as a juror. As a juror, teens make actual court decisions for the youth that is being tried. As for the minor defendant, only those with first time offense misdemeanors can be tried in Teen Court. Teen Court is a great system that has been created to help prevent crimes, by reaching first time offenders. Most people believe that the only way to prevent further crime is by incarcerating. Teen Court does the opposite, it helps teens realize their wrong doing, thus preventing them from committing another crime. Become a juror for Teen Court, so you can get a feel for the legal system.
What is Youth Court?
Youth C...